The National Institute of Justice (NIJ) is offering a federal grant opportunity titled "NIJ FY24 Research and Evaluation of Policing Practices," aimed at funding rigorous evaluative research on various aspects of policing. The focus areas for this research include police training, accountability policies and practices, investigative practices to enhance clearance rates, and police officer health and wellness programs. This grant is crucial for advancing the understanding and improvement of policing practices, with an estimated total program funding of $3.5 million and an expected five awards to be made. Interested applicants, particularly units of local government, must submit their proposals by May 23, 2024, and can reach out to the OJP Response Center at grants@ncjrs.gov for assistance or further information.